Banarasi Sarees

Banarsi Sarees (or Benarasi Sarees) are considered to be one of the finest clothing and handloom products to emerge out of India. They have been a part of the Indian culture for centuries and have been loved by women worldwide.

What are Banarasi Silk Sarees?

Banarasi Silk Sarees are classic Silk Sarees decorated with intricate craftwork ranging from the traditional Zari work (jari work), detailed embroidery, paisley motifs, mina work and heavy, detailed and usually big and broad borders. The art of weaving and finishing of Banarasi Saris is exclusive to certain parts of Uttar Pradesh (India) which have been officially recognized as the centers of their production (includes Varanasi or Banaras, Jaunpur, Bhadohi, Mirzapur, Chandoli and Azamgarh districts).

Importance of Banaras Sarees

Banarasi Sarees are an important part of the Indian tradition and culture. These symbolize the diversity and multi ethnicity of the Indian subcontinent as the Silk fabric for Banaras Silk Sarees comes from the southern states of India (Indian pattu or southern silk is used), while these Sarees are engineered and crafted in the Northern state of UP (Uttar Pradesh) in India. The craft of weaving and designing these sarees was given the greatest impetus by the Mughal emperors in the 16th century when artisans combined traditional Persian and Islamic designs with Hindu motifs and techniques. And in the modern scenario, this colorful and elegant piece of clothing is worn by women from all over India and the world.

Benarasi Sarees found a special mention in the Buddhist scriptures as well as in the great Indian religious epic ‘Mahabharata’. Also, Banarasi Sarees are an important part of the trousseau (daaj) of the Bride. The family gives Banarasi Sarees for wedding to their daughter and also to other relatives and family members as gifts.

Craftworks and Embellishments on Banarasi Pure Silk Sarees

Banarasi Sarees are famous for their Brocade and Zari works. Zari work is basically the weaving of thin wires of gold, silver and copper to create beautiful patterns and motifs into the fabric, while brocade is the inter weaving of silk, gold and silver threads to create a unique, intricate fabric used both in designing as well as appliqué techniques. Other works used on Banarasi Sarees are minakari (mina work), gold work, and jaal work (net work). Sometimes, pita work, kundan work, cut work, and appliqué is also used on these Sarees.

Designer Banarasi sarees are made in a variety of colours and are embellished with characteristic motifs and designs on the pallu and the body of the Saree. Many of these motifs are traditional and have been used since the Mughal age, when the weaving industry was initially prospering and growing at its peak, including bel, buti, paisley motifs, peacocks, jhalar etc. These designs are a beautiful blend of the Indian culture with Mughal influences and mores. Modern Banarasi Sarees have gone on to include a myriad of patterns and motifs that are fresh and creative. Banarasi Saree borders are usually broad and decorated with these craft techniques making them look royal and full of grace. Golden Banaras Saree borders in zari work and jhalar are particularly very popular.

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